Clothesmaking

Clothesmaking Courses in London

Our sewing and clothesmaking courses offer everything from full garment construction to soft furnishing accessories in the latest fabrics. Our focus for each class is to introduce skills and techniques in sequence to give space for learners to feel confident before moving onto the next step. We encourage learners to practice at home where possible to get the most out of class time.

Beginner workshops introduce you to the basics of sewing by hand, building up to confidently threading up before stitching on a sewing machine. Our studio is a supportive and welcoming environment with tutors on hand to provide both 1:1 and group demonstrations and support.

We teach all our classes on Bernina sewing machines, with each learner getting their own workspace and machine to practise on. We know accidents happen so don’t let the risk of broken needles put you off! Our height adjustable chairs and tables mean whether pattern cutting or seated stitching our facilities are accessible to all. Join the sewing revolution and book on a class today.

Any questions? Contact our visual arts team on visual.arts@citylit.ac.uk

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  1. Introduction to pattern cutting II
    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 11 Jan 2024

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Rachel Selormey
    Learn introductory skills and techniques of pattern cutting to understand how to draft your garment from a design. Expand your knowledge as you learn how drape, adapt blocks, manipulate patterns and



    understanding garment fitting and shape.







    This course is suitable for learners with some pattern cutting knowledge.



    For learners who have already completed this course, you can try a more advanced dress featuring detailing such as pleats, ruffles or gathering.
    Full fee £399.00 Senior fee £319.00 Concession £259.00
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  2. Introduction to pattern cutting I
    Last Few Places
    Course start date:  Tue 6 Feb 2024 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Rachel Selormey
    Learn introductory skills and techniques of pattern cutting to understand how to draft your garment from a design. Expand your knowledge as you learn how to draft a classic dress block, manipulating patterns and understanding garment fitting and shape. You will then expand your knowledge as you learn how to use the block to create patterns and silhouettes from a design.







    This course is suitable for beginners and those who have some experience in clothes making and would like to learn how to craft their own patterns.
    Full fee £349.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £227.00
  3. Sewing for the home II
    Course start date:  Tue 7 May 2024

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Suk Han Lee
    Learn how you can refresh soft interiors for your home, starting with designing and making your own Cushion. Update your lounge with a new unique Cushion that conveys your interior style.
    Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £129.00
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